BLT Sandwich Recipe

American · Main course · 20 min total

A classic BLT sandwich featuring crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomato on toasted bread with a smear of mayonnaise. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

• 3 slices bacon
• 2 slices white or sourdough bread
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 2 leaves iceberg or romaine lettuce
• 2 slices ripe tomato
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes, turning once. Drain on paper towels.
2. Toast bread slices until golden brown.
3. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each toast slice.
4. Layer lettuce, tomato slices (seasoned with salt and pepper), and bacon on one slice of bread.
5. Top with the other bread slice, mayonnaise side down. Cut diagonally and serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra flavor, use thick-cut bacon and add a sprinkle of black pepper on the tomatoes.
• Serve with potato chips or a side salad.
• To prevent soggy bread, pat tomato slices dry with a paper towel.

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